# Father Charged in Son's Fatal House Fire | Wichita News

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Podcast: [Wichita News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/wichita-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7564254)
Published: 2026-07-16T03:27:35+00:00
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A father in Dickinson County, Kansas, faces first-degree murder and aggravated child endangerment charges after his two-year-old son, Elijah, died in a house fire in January. The blaze, which broke out in a rural home, claimed Elijah’s life despite firefighters’ efforts to rescue him. James Crump, 33, was arrested and is now held on a $250,000 bond as authorities continue to investigate the tragic incident. The community is reeling from the loss, and the case remains under active legal scrutiny. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d1ffe6eaeecd934c

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